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There is no more spectacular location in all of St. Andrews. This fine resort hotel overlooks the manicured acres of its namesake Old Course and across to the sea beyond. It’s an elegantly informal haven of luxury, warm hospitality and exquisite dining.

The Old Course Hotel offers some of the most luxurious accommodation in Scotland. Guests can expect to enjoy either the priceless view of the Old Course and the St Andrews coastline, or the fields and hills of Fife.

Each of the 144 rooms—comprised of 109 rooms and 35 suites—are designed to offer a welcoming haven with contemporary fabrics, soft furnishings and marble touches in the bathrooms. The luxurious suites are spacious, finely appointed and offer fine panoramic views over the links courses to the sea.

Luxurious Living at the Old Course Hotel

The Old Course Hotel has been lavishly refurbished and features 144 beautiful rooms, including 35 stunning suites.  Twenty three of the suites have been completely redesigned with sumptuous interiors by star French designer Jacques Garcia – think rich, red, divine opulence. The Old Course suites feature silk-lined walls, while many of the rooms have private balconies with picture-postcard views of the Old Course and the town of St Andrews. Many of the suites feature the distinctive Kohler bathroom products, including the Kohler chromatherapy (colour therapy) baths.

Decadent Dining at the Old Course Hotel

From a magnificent gourmet experience in the Road Hole Grill to an award-winning afternoon tea, the Old Course Hotel offers six unique dining and drinking experiences.

The Road Hole Grill
Wine and dine at the Road Hole Grill. The Road Hole Grill (rated 3 AA rosettes) is a must-visit gourmet destination for all food lovers.

The Road Hole Bar
The Road Hole Bar, which overlooks the Old Course, is famous for its selection of over 200 whiskies.

Sands Restaurant
Sands is the hotel’s contemporary, buzzy restaurant offering a casual – yet high-quality – dining experience.

Afternoon Tea
Afternoon tea at the Old Course Hotel is a world-class affair, with the world’s most famous golf course serving as a truly unique backdrop. 

The Jigger Inn
The Jigger Inn is fondly referred to as the ‘town’s best 19th hole’ and much loved by the many celebrities who visit.

The Duke’s Bar & Grill
Enjoy the panoramic views of St Andrews and the beautiful coastline from the floor-to-ceiling windows at The Duke's Bar & Grill, set atop a landscape masterpiece - The Duke’s.

Spa at Old Course Hotel

Experience Kohler Waters Spa at the Old Course Hotel, one of Europe’s most advanced concepts in total well-being. Relax and restore your body as you enjoy the therapeutic benefits of water.

About the Spa

Our bodies are, in essence, water. And it is with water that Kohler believes we can restore and replenish them. Experience the therapeutic benefits of water at the Kohler Waters Spa, where remineralizing experiences re-create the healing properties of Earth’s natural mineral-rich waters.

Spa Open Daily:

April to September 6:30am-9:30pm. October to March 6:30am-9pm

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